Islamic College of Brisbane vs St Paul's School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Queensland, 2.6 km apart, using official ACARA 2025 data. Best value in each row is highlighted.
Islamic College of Brisbane
Karawatha · Independent combined · Prep-12
1,712 students · ICSEA 1057
St Paul's School
Woodridge · Catholic primary · Prep-6
346 students · ICSEA 935
| Measure | Islamic College of Brisbane Karawatha QLD | St Paul's School Woodridge QLD |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index | 51 Top 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank (type) | #124 of 275 | #648 of 804 |
| National rank (type) | #623 of 1,259 | #4346 of 4,908 |
| Sector | Independent | Catholic |
| Type | Combined | Primary |
| Year range | Prep-12 | Prep-6 |
| Students | 1,712 | 346 |
| Girls / boys | 895 / 817 | 162 / 184 |
| Foundation intake | 131 | 50 |
| Year 7 cohort | 129 | – |
| Year 12 cohort | 83 | – |
| VCE median study score VCAA, latest year | – | – |
| VCE study scores 40+ | – | – |
| 5-year enrolment growth | +34% | +7% |
| ICSEA Average 1000 | 1057 | 935 |
| ICSEA percentile | 71th | 20th |
| Top SEA quarter | 28% | 4% |
| Bottom SEA quarter | 20% | 55% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 14.9 |
| Teaching staff (FTE) | 107.8 | 23.2 |
| Non-teaching staff (FTE) | 72.4 | 14.6 |
| Language background other than English | 95% | 68% |
| Indigenous students | 0% | 6% |
| Suburb | Karawatha 4117 | Woodridge 4114 |
| Council area | Brisbane | Logan |
| Remoteness | Major Cities | Major Cities |
| Website | www.icb.qld.edu.au | www.stpaulswoodridge.qld.edu.au |
The verdict
- •Islamic College of Brisbane scores higher on the Success Index (51.4 vs 27.1).
- •Islamic College of Brisbane has the higher ICSEA (1057 vs 935), indicating a more advantaged community.
- •St Paul's School has fewer students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.9).
- •Islamic College of Brisbane is the larger school with 1,712 students compared with 346.
- •Islamic College of Brisbane has grown faster over five years (34% vs 7%).
- •Islamic College of Brisbane is a independent school while St Paul's School is a catholic school, so fees and enrolment rules differ.
The Success Index summarises community advantage, resourcing and momentum from ACARA data. It does not measure teaching quality, results or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Islamic College of Brisbane better than St Paul's School?
On the Success Index, Islamic College of Brisbane ranks higher (51.4 vs 27.1 out of 100). The index measures community advantage and momentum from ACARA data, not teaching quality, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Islamic College of Brisbane and St Paul's School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Karawatha and Woodridge in Queensland.
Which has the better student-to-teacher ratio?
Islamic College of Brisbane has 15.9 students per full-time-equivalent teacher and St Paul's School has 14.9.
How do Islamic College of Brisbane and St Paul's School rank in QLD?
Islamic College of Brisbane is 124th of 275 and St Paul's School is 648th of 804 among combined schools in Queensland on the 2025 Success Index.